Markianos (sixth/seventh century)
Obverse
Eagle with uplifted wings and head turned to right. In field above head of eagle, cruciform invocative monogram (type I). Wreath border.
Θεοτόκε βοήθει
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
α - ι - κ - μ - ν - ο - ρ - υ
Μαρκιανοῦ
Obverse
Eagle with uplifted wings and head turned to right. In field above head of eagle, cruciform invocative monogram (type I). Wreath border.
Θεοτόκε βοήθει
Reverse
Cruciform monogram. Wreath border.
α - ι - κ - μ - ν - ο - ρ - υ
Μαρκιανοῦ
| Accession number | BZS.1951.31.5.3016 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 27.0 mm; field: 20.0 mm |
| Previous Editions | Zacos-Veglery, no. 2846. |
| Credit Line | Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Bequest of Thomas Whittemore. |
Translation
Θεοτόκε βοήθει. Μαρκιανοῦ.
Mother of God, lend Thy aid. (Seal of) Markianos.
Bibliography
- Byzantine Lead Seals, Vol. 1 (Open in Zotero)